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Data Analytics Essentials

An overview of why data analytics is an essential capability for businesses, and an introduction to the key methods and principles of the discipline.
Difficulty: Beginner
Duration: Up to 47 minutes
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There are 2 Exams in this learning path
There are 5 Courses in this learning path
Duration: Up to 10m.
EXAM
Duration: Up to 10 minutes
Data Analytics Essentials Pre-Assessment
Data Analytics Essentials Pre-Assessment
You must complete the pretest before you start this content.
Difficulty: Beginner. Duration: 2m 14s.
COURSE
Beginner
Duration: 2 minutes and 14 seconds
Data Analytics Essentials Introduction
Welcome to this course on Data Analytics Essentials.
Difficulty: Beginner. Duration: 7m 40s.
COURSE
Beginner
Duration: 7 minutes and 40 seconds
The Data Analytics Cycle
Most companies carry out data analytics projects on a regular basis and these typically follow certain key steps. We look at the full cycle of a project from start to finish, including the importance of formulating specific business questions and the best way to communicate your findings to your audience.
Difficulty: Beginner. Duration: 6m 35s.
COURSE
Beginner
Duration: 6 minutes and 35 seconds
Approaching Data Analytics
There are several different types of data analytics and they’re each useful for different reasons. We explore the four main types of data analytics and why they are important for a business, followed by two examples of how a business can apply data analytics to help them improve the way they operate using forecasting models and text analytics.
Difficulty: Beginner. Duration: 9m 36s.
COURSE
Beginner
Duration: 9 minutes and 36 seconds
Driving Data Analytics Success
No matter what data analytics project you’re working on, there are several things you must take into account in order for your process to be sound and conducted in the most effective way. In this chapter, we look at these essential considerations, starting with ensuring you’re using quality data, through to the importance of peer review and transparency with stakeholders.
Difficulty: Beginner. Duration: 1m.
COURSE
Beginner
Duration: 1 minute
Data Analytics Essentials Glossary
Data Analytics Essentials Glossary
Duration: Up to 10m.
EXAM
Duration: Up to 10 minutes
Data Analytics Essentials Post-Assessment
Data Analytics Essentials Post-Assessment